Percy Caton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Percy Caton — English
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Percy Caton is a name that combines English origins. The first name Percy is a masculine given name of English origin. The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H. The surname Caton: Caton is the surname of the following people: Gertrude Caton-Thompson (1888–1985), English archaeologist Hiram Caton (1936–2010), Australian academic Richard Caton (1842–1926), English scientist Lauderic Caton (1910–1999), Trinidadian guitarist Michael Caton (born 1943), Australian television, film and stage actor Miles Caton (born 2005), American actor and musician Nathan Caton (born 1984), English comedian Steve Caton, American musician Carolyn Caton, American politician from Missouri Homer Caton (1887–1958), Illinois politician and farmer John D. Percy is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Percy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Percy

English

The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H.

Surname: Caton

English

Caton is the surname of the following people: Gertrude Caton-Thompson (1888–1985), English archaeologist Hiram Caton (1936–2010), Australian academic Richard Caton (1842–1926), English scientist Lauderic Caton (1910–1999), Trinidadian guitarist Michael Caton (born 1943), Australian television, film and stage actor Miles Caton (born 2005), American actor and musician Nathan Caton (born 1984), English comedian Steve Caton, American musician Carolyn Caton, American politician from Missouri Homer Caton (1887–1958), Illinois politician and farmer John D.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Percy is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Percy by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Percy Caton:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Percy?
The first name Percy originates from English. The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H.
When was Percy most popular?
The name Percy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Caton?
The surname Caton originates from English. Caton is the surname of the following people: Gertrude Caton-Thompson (1888–1985), English archaeologist Hiram Caton (1936–2010), Australian academic Richard Caton (1842–1926), English scientist Lauderic Caton (1910–1999), Trinidadian guitarist Michael Caton (born 1943), Australian television, film and stage actor Miles Caton (born 2005), American actor and musician Nathan Caton (born 1984), English comedian Steve Caton, American musician Carolyn Caton, American politician from Missouri Homer Caton (1887–1958), Illinois politician and farmer John D.
How common is the surname Caton?
The surname Caton is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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